Monthly Archives: April 2011

Jamieson Hollowing Tool

Posted on April 29, 2011 by Ellis Hein

Not too long after my trial of the Proforme Hollowing tool, mentioned in my previous post, I was contacted by a convention organizing company to provide a number of hollow, aspen vessels for a client of theirs. The deadline was … Continue reading →

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Proforme Hollowing Tools

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Ellis Hein

While it is true that a good craftsman can do a lot without dedicated, specialized tools, that is only part of his description. Another aspect is to look at the question, “What more could he do if he had the … Continue reading →

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Birthday Thoughts

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Ellis Hein

Well, today is my birthday, not that I have expected you to know. They told me I was over the hill when I was thirty. Ok, I have gone twice that distance now and it still feels like I am … Continue reading →

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The Gift

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Ellis Hein

We all face crises at one time or another. It is a common experience of the human race. But the other night I was given a gift. In my mind’s eye, I stood looking over the edge of the abyss, … Continue reading →

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Spring Time in the Rockies

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Ellis Hein

The cold, even in Wyoming, must yield to the sun swinging north in the sky. At least from my perspective the sun moves north or south as well as its daily trip from east to west. This makes me wonder, … Continue reading →

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More On Free Turning Wood

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Ellis Hein

More on Woods Last post I wrote about free turning wood, particularly about Caragana. Another wood I enjoy working with is chokecherry. You won’t walk into your favorite hardwood store and buy a slab of chokecherry lumber. First of all, … Continue reading →

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Crash

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Ellis Hein

My apologies for my absence the last few days. My hard drive crashed and I have been unable to post new material. I will be tied up for a couple of days yet restoring things, so please be patient while … Continue reading →

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Free Turning Wood

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Ellis Hein

Your Best Turning Wood Just Might Be Free If you know how to deal with unseasoned wood, you may be able to have a steady supply of free turning wood. While that probably won’t include such species as canary wood, … Continue reading →

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